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- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023What a three-ring wedding ring means is largely a matter of personal interpretation. However, many people associate the top engagement ring with the promise of marriage, the middle ring or wedding ring with the promise of vows and the third ring or eternity ring with anniversaries. Shop a collection of wedding rings from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a cocktail ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A cocktail ring is a large ring typically set with a precious gemstone. These opulent rings are ideal for cocktail parties, hence the name. These rings are designed with bright colors and flashy sizes to attract attention.
- What is a Navajo ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Navajo ring is a silver ring crafted with ornate designs. These designs can be simple swirls or complex skulls. The ring features a stone as its centerpiece, usually turquoise, malachite or obsidian. Shop a collection of Navajo jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a seal ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A seal ring — or signet ring — is a popular gift for anyone who desires an expressive, timeless piece of jewelry that can feature all manner of engraved motifs, gemstones, specific symbols or monograms. Signet rings get their name from signus, which means “sign” in Latin. The rings, which may historically be referred to as “seal rings,” date back thousands of years and were used as a form of signature. Whatever may have been engraved on the ring — a married couple’s initials, a family crest — identified ownership for the purposes of authenticating documents and more when impressed on soft wax. Find antique and vintage signet rings on 1stDibs.
- What is a rolling ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A Rolling Ring is a trinity ring, also known as a Russian wedding band. It is a type of ring design that has three interlocking bands. These bands that form the ring are solid metal, which can be two-toned, tri-color, or gold. Find a range of antique and vintage rolling rings on 1tsDibs.
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- What is a flex ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A flex ring is a ring that is designed as a link chain, in order to give the wearer more flexibility in moving fingers and ease of wearing. They are very popular and offer a comfortable jewelry accessory option for different occasions. Find a collection of antique, vintage flex rings jewelry on 1stDibs today.
- What is a floating ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A floating ring, also known as a floating halo ring, features a gemstone in the center, encircled by a halo ring of small accent gemstones, to give it a distinct style. In a floating ring, the central gemstone is separate from the surrounding halo accent gemstones. Find a collection of vintage floating rings on 1stDibs today.
- What is a dinner ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A dinner ring is a type of diamond ring, designed in such a way to showcase one large central stone that is surrounded by a cluster of smaller ones. It is usually worn for occasions like cocktail parties or dinners. Shop a collection of antique and vintage dinner cocktail rings from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a crest ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A crest ring, also known as a signet ring, was traditionally a significant accessory for affluent and powerful men. It is distinguished from ordinary rings by an engraved or raised symbol, a series of words or characters, or image on the ring's top half that was representative of the owner in some way. On 1stDibs, find a variety of crest rings.
- What is a gypsy ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A gypsy ring is one in which the stone setting is flush with the metal. Accent diamonds or lesser stones placed into wedding rings are commonly set in this gypsy setting. The gypsy ring was popular in the late Victorian era. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of gypsy rings and other jewelry.
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- What is a target ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Target rings are named so for their distinctive circular design of concentric circles that resembles a target. Target rings were often given as symbols of love and admiration and were developed in the Edwardian era to illustrate the Cupid’s arrow going through the eye. Find your first target ring on 1stDibs.
- What is a stacking ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A stacking ring is a jewelry trend, wherein the wearer stacks multiple rings on a single or many fingers. It is also referred to as a ring stack and is a popular jewelry accessory for weddings, anniversaries and other celebrations. Find a collection of vintage rings on 1stDibs today.